Arts And Crafts Armoire
Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Antique 1880s French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1910s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
Antique 1890s British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
Antique 1870s Austrian Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1990s American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Copper
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Linen Presses
Cherry
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1930s European Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Cedar
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
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Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Vintage 1910s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century North American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Arm...
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1910s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Cedar, Macassar, Oak
Late 20th Century American Shaker Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Vintage 1950s French Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mission Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Oak
Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Arm...
Copper
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1890s American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 1870s Austrian Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1890s Dutch Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Glass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
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Oak
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Walnut
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Wood
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry, Ash
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How Much is a Arts And Crafts Armoire?
Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You
When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:
What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?
The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.
Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.
Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.
In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.
The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.
When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.
Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Arts and Crafts Movement was an era of design that originated in England during the last quarter of the 19th century. The movement celebrated traditional craftsmanship by way of simple forms and the use of romantic, medieval or folk styles of decoration.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on your piece. By researching any marks using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your piece and find out if the maker was linked with the Arts and Crafts movement. Some notable makers associated with the style include William Morris and Philip Webb. If you can't find a maker's mark, examine the details of your piece. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Due to its handcrafted origins, Arts and Crafts furniture often displays tool marks and slight variations in carvings and details. Pieces so regular that they seem machine-made are less likely to be Arts and Crafts furniture. Other common characteristics of Arts and Crafts pieces include inlaid and carved details and natural wood materials with visible grains. Chairs often feature reclining or angled backs and armrests. If you'd like assistance determining whether a particular piece is Arts and Crafts, consider consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Arts and Crafts furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, look for characteristics that are hallmarks of the style. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Makers working in this style placed an emphasis on natural motifs and adorned their pieces with simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan. Arts and Crafts furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Gustav Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design. If you need help identifying the style of your furniture, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of Arts and Crafts furniture on 1stDibs.